BA in Interdisciplinary Studies

Two APU students—one male and one female—work on an assignment in Darling Library on the university’s West Campus.

60 units

The interdisciplinary studies major is an individualized academic program that crosses diverse fields of study. This degree allows students whose vocational or intellectual goals do not lead them to an existing degree program the opportunity to explore many different disciplines, gleaning important perspectives, knowledge, and skills while working toward a singular degree. As part of the degree program, students benefit from guidance in exploring and discerning vocational calling for themselves and others. Ultimately, the program allows students to design a major around multiple interests and with a core of vocational exploration and development that helps them identify their vocational calling and prepare for vocations that cross disciplinary boundaries.

Application Process

In order to declare the interdisciplinary studies major, students must work with faculty advisors from their desired disciplinary concentrations to design a degree pathway that aligns with their interests and goals. Interested students should contact the program director for interdisciplinary studies, Bryant Mathews, PhD, at bmathews@apu.edu for assistance with the application process.

Requirements

Vocational Discernment and Character Development Core
CORE 250Seeking Shalom Seminar 13
COMM 335Leadership Communication3
COMM 490Communication Internship 23
CORE 450Calling and Character Seminar 33
Disciplinary Concentrations
Complete at least 21 units in each of two disciplines, totaling at least 48 units. Complete at least 12 upper-division units in each discipline and at least 6 units at the 400 level in each discipline.48
Total Units60
1

Meets the APU Core: Seeking Shalom Seminar general education requirement, and fulfills the requirement for the biblical and theological formation minor.

2

Students from any disciplinary concentration are welcome in COMM 490, but students may also substitute a different 3-unit, 400-level internship course for COMM 490 by petition. 

3

Meets the APU Core: Calling and Character general education requirement, and fulfills the requirement for the biblical and theological formation minor.